2001 Mazda MPV vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | MPV | BLS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
